HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5608.90 – Twine, cordage or rope; knotted netting, of other than man-made textiles
HS code 5608.90 is the 6-digit subheading for twine, cordage or rope, knotted netting, of other than man-made textiles. It is used for cotton macrame cord, jute garden netting, sisal rope for cat trees, hemp twine and manila cargo nets.
What HS 5608.90 covers
This HS code covers knotted netting, twine, cordage, and rope made from textile materials *other than* man-made fibers. This primarily includes natural fibers such as cotton, jute, sisal, and hemp. These products find applications in areas where natural aesthetics, biodegradability, or specific material properties are preferred over synthetics. Common uses include decorative purposes, gardening, traditional crafts, and certain industrial applications. Importers often include countries with strong craft industries, agricultural sectors, or those valuing sustainable materials. Exporters are typically nations with significant natural fiber production and processing capabilities. Key trade factors include the type of natural fiber, its strength, texture, and any treatments applied. While perhaps less dominant than synthetic netting in sheer volume, there's a consistent niche market for these natural fiber alternatives, driven by specific aesthetic, environmental, or functional requirements.
- Covers
- Cotton macrame cord
- Jute garden netting
- Sisal rope for cat trees
- Hemp twine
- Manila cargo nets
- Coir netting
- Linen decorative cord
- Abaca rope
- Examples
- King Cotton Macrame Cord
- Gardeners Supply Jute Netting
- SmartCat Ultimate Scratching Post (sisal)
- Hemptique Hemp Cord
- SGT KNOTS Manila Rope
Codes often confused with 5608.90
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 560819, which covers netting of man-made textile materials, and 560811, which is for fishing nets of man-made materials. The crucial distinction is the "other than man-made textiles" material composition.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 560890, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 560890 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 5.5% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $50M 33% of world exports
- 2 Spain $12M 7.7% of world exports
- 3 Austria $11M 7.3% of world exports
World total: $153M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $8.8M 5.5% of world imports
- 2 France $7.7M 4.8% of world imports
- 3 Canada $6.9M 4.4% of world imports
World total: $158M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 5608.90
Brazil does not split HS 5608.90: its NCM code is 5608.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 56.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5608.90
What is HS code 560890?
HS code 560890 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Twine, cordage or rope; knotted netting, of other than man-made textiles. This HS code covers knotted netting, twine, cordage, and rope made from textile materials *other than* man-made fibers. This primarily includes natural fibers such as cotton, jute, sisal, and hemp. These products find applications in areas where natural aesthetics, biodegradability, or specific material properties are preferred over synthetics. Common uses include decorative purposes, gardening, traditional crafts, and certain industrial applications. Importers often include countries with strong craft industries, agricultural sectors, or those valuing sustainable materials. Exporters are typically nations with significant natural fiber production and processing capabilities. Key trade factors include the type of natural fiber, its strength, texture, and any treatments applied. While perhaps less dominant than synthetic netting in sheer volume, there's a consistent niche market for these natural fiber alternatives, driven by specific aesthetic, environmental, or functional requirements.
What products fall under HS code 560890?
Cotton macrame cord, Jute garden netting, Sisal rope for cat trees, Hemp twine, Manila cargo nets, Coir netting, Linen decorative cord, Abaca rope
What are common misclassifications for HS code 560890?
This code is distinct from 560819, which covers netting of man-made textile materials, and 560811, which is for fishing nets of man-made materials. The crucial distinction is the "other than man-made textiles" material composition.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 560890?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 560890 in UN Comtrade data were China ($50M, 33% of world exports), Spain ($12M) and Austria ($11M). World exports came to about $153M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 560890?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 560890 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($8.8M, 5.5% of world imports), France ($7.7M) and Canada ($6.9M). World imports came to about $158M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 560890 structured?
HS code 560890 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (56) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 560890?
In Brazil, HS code 560890 is NCM 5608.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.